Bali Amazing Cycling Tour

Trade traffic for rice paths. The Bali Amazing Cycling Tour takes you from cool Kintamani down toward Ubud, with views of Mount Batur and Lake Batur, village lanes, rice fields, temples, and working farms along the way. I like the mostly downhill route, which makes a six-hour outing more approachable, and I like that your guide explains Balinese daily life rather than treating the countryside as scenery only. The main consideration is the early start and the long drive uphill before the ride begins.

At $40 per person, this is a strong value if you want transport, a bicycle, breakfast, lunch, bottled water, insurance, and entrance fees bundled together. Pickup and drop-off are free only in the Ubud area, and the ride still includes some walking through rice paddies, so bring practical shoes, sun cream, a camera, and a little cash.

Key points to know before booking

• Kintamani to Ubud by bicycle: You start near Mount Batur and finish in the Ubud area, riding from north to south on a downhill route.
• Volcano and lake views: The morning drive reaches the Kintamani area, where you can see active Mount Batur and Lake Batur.
• A close look at village life: The route includes rice fields, orange farms, traditional homes, Hindu temples, farmers, and everyday work in the paddies.
• Food is part of the price: Balinese breakfast and lunch are included, with vegetarian food available.
• Ubud pickup is free: Hotel pickup begins at about 8:30 a.m. in Ubud. Transport from other parts of Bali costs extra.
• Small published rating base: The experience is rated 5 out of 5 from four ratings, including praise for punctual pickup and a friendly, informative guide.

Why this route gives you more than a bike ride

Bali has plenty of organized activities, but cycling lets you notice small things that pass too quickly from a car window. A temple entrance, a farmer working in a wet field, or a traditional house can feel ordinary to local residents yet memorable to you.

This tour is built around that slower view. You ride through countryside between Kintamani and Ubud, with the guide explaining rice planting, village customs, Balinese Hindu temples, and farm work. The point is not speed. It is seeing how the area works.

I especially like the north-to-south route. Kintamani sits in a cooler mountain area, while Ubud is farther south among rice fields and villages. Starting high and riding downhill means you get a change in scenery as well as a straightforward route. Still, downhill does not mean effortless. You should be comfortable handling a bicycle and ready for a six-hour morning and early afternoon outdoors.

The tour has a maximum of 45 people. That is not a tiny private outing, so the feel can depend on the final group size and how the ride is organized that day. The bicycle portion is the heart of the experience, but the total time also includes pickup, driving, food, sightseeing, and walking.

8:30 a.m. pickup from your Ubud hotel

The day begins with pickup at about 8:30 a.m. from your hotel in Ubud. You need to provide the hotel name and a contact number when booking, which matters because the pickup area is limited.

Free hotel pickup and drop-off apply only to Ubud. If you stay elsewhere in Bali, the operator can arrange transport for an extra cost. Check this before booking rather than assuming Ubud-area transport rules apply across the island.

An early start is useful here. Kintamani is the starting point, and the schedule includes a drive uphill before you ride downhill. The morning also gives you time for the countryside stops, lunch, and the return to your hotel by about 1:45 p.m.

The published schedule is fairly tight. Pickup is at 8:30, the rice terrace and coffee visit is listed for 9:15, and the uphill drive follows at 9:30. Exact timing can shift with road conditions and pickup arrangements, so keep the rest of your morning flexible.

Rice terraces and coffee processing at 9:15

The first listed stop is a visit to famous rice terraces and a coffee plantation. These two stops fit the theme of the tour well: one shows how Bali’s farming scenery is shaped, while the other introduces a local agricultural product and the steps used to process coffee.

The rice terraces are not just a photo stop. Later, during the cycling portion, you get an explanation of how rice is planted. Seeing the terraces first gives you useful context for the fields you pass on the bike.

At the coffee plantation, expect to see coffee processing rather than a full coffee-focused excursion. The supplied schedule does not specify how long you stay or which tasting options are available, so treat this as a short introduction within a larger day. If you are mainly booking for cycling, that balance should suit you. If coffee is your main interest, the tour may not offer enough detail by itself.

Breakfast is included and is described as Balinese food, with a vegetarian option available. The schedule places breakfast around the morning sightseeing and volcano views. You should tell the operator about vegetarian needs ahead of time so the meal can be prepared properly.

Mount Batur and Lake Batur from the Kintamani highlands

After the early stops, the car drives uphill toward Kintamani. This is the high point of the route and the place to appreciate the scale of the area before you begin the ride.

The view includes active Mount Batur and Lake Batur. The cooler mountain weather is one reason Kintamani works well as a starting point, especially compared with the warmer conditions you may feel later in the day.

The volcano stop also explains the route’s design. You are not cycling uphill from Ubud to Kintamani. Instead, the tour brings you up by car, then starts the bicycle ride from the mountain area and heads south. That saves your legs for the village roads and countryside.

Weather matters. The experience requires good conditions, and poor weather can lead to a new date or a full refund. Clouds can also affect volcano and lake views, so keep your expectations practical. The scenery is a major part of the morning, but mountain weather is never fully under your control.

10:30 a.m. begins the downhill cycling section

The ride begins at about 10:30 a.m. The route passes natural scenery, rice fields, orange farms, jungle areas, traditional Balinese homes, Hindu temples, and farmers working in the fields.

The word downhill is important, but do not read it as a promise of a completely effortless ride. You still need to steer, brake, and stay comfortable on a bicycle for a substantial part of the day. The schedule also includes walking through the rice paddies, so this is not a nonstop road ride.

I like the way the route combines movement with explanation. Your guide is expected to discuss traditional houses, temples, farming, and rice planting as you go. That turns the ride into a local culture outing rather than a simple exercise session.

A guide’s role matters here. One published rating specifically praises a friendly, informative guide and pickup that arrived as promised. No guide name is provided, but those two details point to the practical strengths you should value: reliable timing and clear interpretation.

Bring the right small items. The operator recommends a camera, some cash, sun cream, shoes or flip-flops, and a small backpack. Bottled water is included, but sun cream and personal items are your responsibility. A small bag is more useful than a large suitcase because you will need to keep it with you during the active parts of the day.

Walking through rice paddies and learning how rice is planted

The rice paddy walk is one of the more worthwhile parts of the experience because it slows the day down. From a bicycle, you can see the fields. On foot, you get closer to the paths and the working spaces between them.

The guide explains the process of planting rice. That gives meaning to the terraces and fields you pass, especially if you have never seen how rice farming shapes daily life in Bali.

The tour also promises views of farmers and their activities in the paddies. That does not mean a staged farm show. The value is in seeing ordinary work in its setting, with an explanation of what you are looking at.

Wear footwear you can manage on both a bicycle and a field path. The operator lists shoes or flip-flops among the items to bring, but you should choose the pair that gives you the best combination of comfort and grip. The information does not specify the condition of the paths, so avoid assuming that every section will be smooth or dry.

Traditional houses, temples, and village roads

The route’s cultural appeal comes from the mix of places rather than one major attraction. Traditional Balinese houses, Hindu temples, orange farms, rice fields, and village activity appear as part of the ride.

A guide can help you understand what you are seeing. Without explanation, a temple may look like an attractive roadside structure. With context, you can better appreciate its place in village life. The same is true of house compounds and farm areas.

The tour does not promise a formal temple ceremony or a long temple visit. It is better to think of these sights as part of a moving village experience. You will see them along the route and hear explanations while progressing toward Ubud.

That format suits you if you prefer a broad view of local life. It may disappoint you if you want extended time at each site or a highly structured cultural lecture. The schedule covers a lot in roughly six hours, so the tour favors variety over long stays.

1 p.m. lunch in a Balinese family house

Cycling ends at about 1 p.m., followed by lunch in a traditional Balinese family house. This is a fitting finish because it shifts the focus from scenery to food and home life.

Lunch is included and is described as Balinese food, with a vegetarian option available. Alcoholic drinks are not included, and personal expenses are extra. Bottled water is covered, which is useful after a warm ride.

The family-house setting gives the meal a more local feel than eating at a standard restaurant, although the supplied information does not specify the exact menu or how the meal is served. You should view this as a simple cultural meal included in the day, not as a fine dining stop.

Food allergies and dietary needs are not detailed in the information provided. Vegetarian meals are available, but you should contact the operator in advance about anything more specific.

1:45 p.m. return to your hotel

The planned return is around 1:45 p.m. That makes the tour a useful half-day-plus activity rather than an all-day commitment. You still have part of the afternoon for Ubud, though you should allow for possible timing changes.

The included transport has real value. At $40 per person, you are paying not only for the bicycle but also for the pickup and return within Ubud, breakfast, lunch, water, insurance, taxes, and other listed fees. You also avoid arranging a separate car to Kintamani and back.

The price is strongest for visitors staying in Ubud who want a full package. If you are staying outside Ubud, the additional transport cost reduces the value, so ask for the exact supplement before you commit.

The included insurance is a useful feature, but it does not replace sensible care. Follow the guide’s instructions, ride within your ability, and bring suitable clothing for both mountain air and warmer southern conditions.

Who will get the most from this experience

I would recommend this tour to you if you want an active way to see rural Bali and do not need a private, luxury arrangement. It suits people who enjoy scenery, local food, short cultural stops, and a guide who explains what is happening around them.

It is also a good fit if you like the idea of cycling but do not want to spend the day climbing. The route starts in Kintamani and finishes toward Ubud, with the main direction running downhill.

You may want a different activity if you dislike early starts, group outings, outdoor heat, or changing weather. The group limit can reach 45 people, and the total day includes driving and walking as well as cycling.

Families and mixed-ability groups should consider the bicycle requirement carefully. The information says most people can participate, but it does not provide age limits, bicycle sizes, or specific support for people with mobility needs. Ask the operator before booking if those details matter to you.

Practical details that affect your decision

The tour starts at 8:30 a.m. and lasts about six hours. Mobile tickets are available, and booking confirmation is provided at the time of booking.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. A cancellation made less than 24 hours before the start time is not refunded, and changes inside that period are not accepted. The cut-off follows local time.

The tour requires a minimum number of participants. If that minimum is not reached, you can be offered another date or experience, or receive a full refund.

The activity is near public transportation, but the important transport detail is still hotel pickup. Ubud pickup is included, while pickup elsewhere in Bali must be arranged at extra cost.

The operator is Dejulius Tour. The experience has a published rating of 5 out of 5 from four ratings. One detailed comment praises the punctual pickup, friendly and informative guide, and willingness to take the same tour again. That is a small rating base, so use it as a positive signal rather than proof that every departure will be identical.

Should you book the Bali Amazing Cycling Tour?

Book it if you want a well-priced, active day that connects Kintamani’s volcano views with Ubud’s rural surroundings. The downhill direction, included meals, Ubud transport, and explanation of rice farming make this more useful than a basic bike rental.

I would be especially comfortable recommending it to someone staying in Ubud who wants to see traditional homes, temples, farms, and rice fields without planning several separate stops. The main trade-offs are the early pickup, the group size, the weather requirement, and the need to confirm transport if you stay outside Ubud.

Before paying, check your hotel location, mention dietary needs, and ask any bicycle or mobility questions that are important to you. If those details fit, $40 buys a full and varied morning with real countryside context, not just a short ride and a photo stop.

FAQ

Where does the cycling tour start?

The cycling begins in the Kintamani area, near views of Mount Batur and Lake Batur, and continues downhill toward Ubud.

What time does hotel pickup begin?

Pickup starts at about 8:30 a.m. Free pickup and drop-off are available only for hotels in the Ubud area.

Can I join if I stay outside Ubud?

Yes, the operator can arrange transport from other parts of Bali, but an extra cost applies. Contact the operator before booking to arrange it.

Are breakfast and lunch included?

Yes. Balinese breakfast and lunch are included, and vegetarian food is available for both meals.

What should I bring?

Bring a camera, some cash, sun cream, shoes or flip-flops, and a small backpack. Bottled water is included.

How many people can join the tour?

The maximum group size is 45 people. Most people can participate, according to the activity information.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

You can cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Poor weather or failure to meet the minimum number of participants may also result in another date or a full refund.